Description
Crispy bang bang salmon bites deliver an explosion of Korean-inspired flavors that dance across palates with zesty chili-mayo excitement. Delicate salmon pieces crackle with panko coating, promising a delightful culinary journey you can savor in every irresistible bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (lb) / 454 grams salmon fillet, skin removed and cut into bite-sized pieces
Coating and Breading:
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Sauce and Garnish:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- Generously season salmon pieces with salt and pepper, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Create a crispy exterior by thoroughly coating salmon in cornstarch, then dipping into beaten egg, and finally rolling in panko breadcrumbs for a golden, crunchy texture.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet to medium-high temperature (around 375°F), carefully frying salmon pieces for 2-3 minutes per side until they achieve a rich golden-brown color and are cooked through.
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, and fresh lime juice in a mixing bowl to create a vibrant, tangy bang bang sauce with balanced sweet and zesty notes.
- Gently toss the hot, crispy salmon bites in the prepared sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly and generously coated with the creamy, spicy mixture.
- Plate the sauced salmon bites and garnish with finely chopped green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Achieve maximum crispiness by patting salmon pieces completely dry before seasoning to remove excess moisture.
- Customize coating thickness by double-dipping salmon in egg and breadcrumbs for extra crunch and golden texture.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature around 350-375°F to prevent soggy or burnt salmon bites during frying.
- Adapt recipe for gluten-free diets by substituting panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed rice crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg